Hinton, Whitchurch, Shropshire

The Fields Farm is an upstanding period house which has evolved over the centuries to offer extensive and balanced family accommodation superbly adapted for daily living. Dating as far back as 1680 in part with Georgian and Victorian additions, the property is available for the first time in over two decades having undergone an extensive scheme of renovation works including a sympathetic double storey extension to the Jacobean wing. There remains excellent scope for the incoming purchaser to further continue this exciting restoration.

There is a marvellous attention to detail throughout, blending striking original period detailing and modern finishes, resulting in a country home of elegance and poise. There are a number of original fireplaces, exposed timber beams and brickwork, ornate stained glass, deep sash windows and diamond leaded windows. The ground floor provides five primary reception rooms; drawing room, dining room, library, family room and a snug. Most notable is the impressive double-height drawing room with galleried landing above and a grand inglenook fireplace housing a woodburning stove. The sophisticated kitchen features a range of bespoke Tegla cabinetry with flamed granite worksurfaces, a central island and AGA. Beyond is a spacious dining room with staircase leading to a tanked cellar below. A boot room, utility room and WC complete the ground floor accommodation.

In the Victorian wing, stairs rise to the first floor where three double bedrooms are serviced by a family bathroom fitted with Fired Earth sanitaryware. An additional striking French stone staircase provides access to the principal bedroom with en suite bathroom fitted with Mandarin Stone tiles and an Albion bath. Completing the first floor is an additional en-suite double bedroom and a charming mezzanine overlooking the drawing room. To the second floor are four further versatile rooms.

The property is approached via an enchanting lime tree avenue with sweeping in and out driveway. The Fields Farm house enjoys a charming veranda leading off the kitchen and a south-facing garden including an area of lawn, bordered by established hedgerow and mature trees.

There is an extensive range of traditional farm outbuildings including two large Victorian barns restored in 2012, a stable block with three metal stalls and a pig sty, along with machinery, livestock and straw sheds. Further equestrian facilities include a 60x40m outdoor arena and four grazing paddocks. In all, the grounds extend to around 19.13 acres.

In addition, there are several undeveloped brick outbuildings with potential for development, subject to the necessary consents.

Agents notes: There is a public footpath running across the land.

The existing AGA will be replaced with a four door AGA with a warming plate. Further details are available in discussion with the owners.

Services: Mains water, electricity. Oil fired central heating. Underfloor heating to drawing room, kitchen and breakfast room, private drainage to two septic tanks.

The Fields Farm is situated on the outskirts of the bustling market town of Whitchurch, which offers an excellent range of amenities including restaurants and supermarkets. Further amenities are available in the County town of Shrewsbury, Oswestry, Chester and Stoke on Trent, which are all within reasonable driving distance. Golf courses are available at the nearby Hill Valley and also at Weston under Redcastle, whilst there are sporting facilities and numerous walks within and surrounding the town. These include the Sandstone Trail and Llangollen Canal path.

The area has a number of highly regarded schools both within the private and state sectors including Ellesmere College, Moreton Hall, Oswestry School and Shrewsbury schools, as well as infant, junior and high schools in Whitchurch and Malpas.

There is an interCity rail network available at Whitchurch, which links with Crewe, Shrewsbury, Chester, Birmingham, Manchester and London Euston (2 hours 16 mins). National airports are available at Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool and East Midlands.